Alternative to OziExplorer?
Submitted: Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 03:38
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I'm looking for some open - source alternative for OziExplorer (which is quite expensive). Found OpenOrientering Maker but it doesn't have functions I need.
What I really need is an option to load png/jpg map image and calibration 'map' file. And when loaded I'd like to draw an route, and export it to gpx / tcx so I can save it to my Garmin.
Anyone knows anything like that? I have commercial topographical maps in Trekbuddy format, which I convert to one image (but some scripting voodoo) and that's it. I just need some free software which would make me able to draw a course..
Reply By: Sand Man (SA) - Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 08:18
Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 08:18
What do you regard as expensive?
I bought OziExplorer for Windows some 10-12 years ago for a one off cost.
Each subsequent upgrade has been free of charge.
There is nothing that comes close to its flexibility for pre-trip planning, moving map capability when driving and recording of route taken and place markers during the trip.
When you also have OziExplorer on a Hema Navigator (sadly, no more), or some other Windows or CE capable device, you have the best navigation tool available in my opinion.
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Follow Up By: Frank P (NSW) - Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 11:09
Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 11:09
OziExplorer for Android is not expensive and works brilliantly on a tablet. If you think Ozi is expensive I suppose EO Traveller is out of the question, but if you were to consider it, it partners brilliantly with Ozi on the one device.
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Reply By: HKB Electronics - Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 11:53
Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 at 11:53
So you want something with all the nice features of a paid for product for free. Sometimes it is not a bad idea to pay out some money and support a good product. As pointed out one off purchase price, regularly update with new features and to support new operating systems.
Personally I have four copies, one on a phone, one on a tablet, one on the laptop and one on a PC, don't begrudged paying for any of them.
Make that 5, forgot the most important I run it on the in dash car navigation too.
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